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Bloom Institute of Technology
Course Catalog
January 1, 2022 – December 31, 2022
Volume II
44 Montgomery Street, 3rd floor, San Francisco, CA 94104
Mailing Address:548 Market St STE 69148, San Francisco, CA 94101
415.262.4219 | www.bloomtech.com
Published: May 25, 2022
Effective: July 18, 2022TABLE OF CONTENTS WELCOME MESSAGE 4 MISSION 5 OBJECTIVES 5 APPROVALS 5 HISTORY 5 FACILITY AND EQUIPMENT 6 TUITION AND FEES 6 TUITION PAYMENT OPTIONS FOR FULL STACK, DATA SCIENCE, & BACKEND 7 TUITION PAYMENT OPTIONS FOR WEB3 DEVELOPMENT 7 TUITION RESPONSIBILITY 8 STUDENT HOLIDAYS 8 STAFF HOLIDAYS 8 ENROLLMENT PERIODS 8 PROGRAM TERM DATES 9 MAXIMUM PROGRAM LENGTH 9 COMPETENCY BASED PROGRESSION POLICY 10 CLASSROOM DAYS / HOURS 11 ADMINISTRATION DAYS / HOURS 11 ADMISSIONS ELIGIBILITY 11 ADMISSIONS PROCEDURE 11 ENROLLMENT PROCESSES 12 READMISSION POLICY 12 INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS AND ENGLISH LANGUAGE SERVICES 12 NOTICE CONCERNING TRANSFERABILITY OF CREDITS AND CREDENTIALS EARNED 13 TRANSFER OF CREDIT 13 ARTICULATION AGREEMENTS 13 CANCELLATION AND REFUND POLICY 13 THE STUDENT’S RIGHT TO CANCEL 13 HOW REFUNDS WORK 13 HOW TO WITHDRAW FROM THE PROGRAM AND CANCEL YOUR ENROLLMENT 14 REFUND POLICY 14 TUITION PRORATION FOR TUITION OWED AFTER WITHDRAWAL 14 BLOOM INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY’S RIGHT TO WITHDRAW OR TERMINATE (DISMISSAL) 14 WITHDRAWAL 15 Page 2 of 57 This catalog is for BloomTech students who are California residents. REV 05/25/2022
GRADING SYSTEM 15 SATISFACTORY PROGRESS 16 ACADEMIC PROBATION 16 REMEDIAL WORK AND REPEATED COURSES 16 ATTENDANCE 16 TARDINESS AND EARLY DEPARTURES 16 MAKE-UP WORK 16 LEAVE OF ABSENCE POLICY 17 STUDENT CONDUCT EXPECTATIONS 17 GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS 28 STUDENT SERVICES 28 ORIENTATION 28 ACADEMIC ADVISING 28 HOUSING 29 LEARNING RESOURCE 29 LIBRARY 29 ZOOM 29 THE HUB 29 SLACK AND OTHER FORUMS 30 STUDENT RECORDS 30 NO GUARANTEE OF EMPLOYMENT 30 GRIEVANCE PROCEDURE 30 CATALOG CHANGES 31 SCHOLARSHIPS 31 PROGRAMS 32 FULL STACK WEB DEVELOPMENT 32 DATA SCIENCE 36 ENTERPRISE BACKEND DEVELOPMENT 42 WEB3 DEVELOPMENT 47 MANAGEMENT AND FACULTY 51 STATE OF CALIFORNIA CONSUMER INFORMATION 55 STUDENT TUITION RECOVERY FUND 55 Page 3 of 57 This catalog is for BloomTech students who are California residents. REV 05/25/2022
WELCOME MESSAGE Welcome to Bloom Institute of Technology, and congratulations on taking the first step toward a high-paying career in tech. The most important thing we tell new Bloom Institute of Technology students is: commit now to hustling harder than you ever have before. You have a critical opportunity to develop your skills between now and graduation, and there’s a good chance that the next several months will swing the trajectory of your career more than any others. Your time at Bloom Institute of Technology will be some of the most intense, impactful months of your life – now is the time to put your head down and work, and every instructor, career coach, and staff member will do everything possible to help you succeed. We’re so excited that you’re here. Let’s get started. Sincerely, Austen Allred, Co-Founder & CEO Page 4 of 57 This catalog is for BloomTech students who are California residents. REV 05/25/2022
MISSION
The mission of Bloom Institute of Technology is to unlock potential, regardless of
circumstance. That means working with untapped or underutilized talent, and training
that talent for in-demand careers in the technology fields including web development,
engineering, data science, and enterprise backend development .
Bloom Institute of Technology is committed to making the field of technology more
accessible, and will provide an educational environment that respects the values of
individual students and their intellectual, cultural, and social development. It is Bloom
Institute of Technology’s intention to:
● Foster among students, faculty, and staff a commitment to life-long learning.
● Provide opportunities for students to exercise a positive influence and be
productive in society.
● Prepare students for entry-level employment in technology fields including web
development, software engineering and data science.
OBJECTIVES
In order to fulfill its mission, Bloom Institute of Technology is committed to the
following objectives for its educational and training programs:
● To provide the basic and prerequisite knowledge to specialize in the field of
technology via online learning on Zoom and multiple tools.
● To educate students to become well-qualified professionals in their chosen field
of Data Science, Enterprise Backend Development, or Full Stack Web
Development.
● To provide practical training to enhance students’ capabilities in their chosen
program.
APPROVALS
Bloom Institute of Technology is a private institution approved to operate by the
California Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education. Approval to operate means the
institution is compliant with the minimum standards contained in the California Private
Postsecondary Education Act of 2009 (as amended) and Division 7.5 of Title 5 of the
California Code of Regulations.
HISTORY
Founded in 2017, Bloom Institute of Technology (“BloomTech”) is a unique model of
higher education in which the institution invests in its students, instead of the other
way around. Bloom Institute of Technology requires no upfront tuition. Tuition
payments do not begin until students find a job providing an annual salary of at least
$50,000. This commitment from Bloom Institute of Technology supports its mission of
finding untapped or underutilized talent and training that talent for in-demand jobs in
technology. The institution has an office San Francisco, CA, and students attend
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FACILITY AND EQUIPMENT
Bloom Institute of Technology offers training online in a virtual classroom. Students
complete distance education coursework at a location they determine.
System Requirements
● Minimum
o 1.6 GHz Processor
o 4 GB RAM
o 120 GB Hard Drive
o Web Cam
o Microphone
o Consistent access to internet, e.g., Wi-Fi
● Recommended
o 2 GHz Processor
o 16 GB RAM
o 256 GB Hard Drive (preferably solid state)
Recommended operating systems (in descending order): macOS, Windows 10 Pro,
Ubuntu.
Students using other versions of Windows will likely encounter major issues with
virtualization tools that are required for completing coursework. Instructors will not be
able to provide technical support in these cases. For this reason, Bloom Institute of
Technology recommends only Windows 10 Pro for PC users.
Chromebooks are not supported, as coursework involves installing and running
software locally.
TUITION AND FEES
Program Registration Fee Student Recovery Fund Tuition **Total Cost
Non-Refundable (STRF) Non-Refundable
Full Stack Web
$0 $55 $21,950 $22,005
Development
Data Science $0 $55 $21,950 $22,005
Enterprise Backend
$0 $55 $21,950 $22,005
Development
Web3 Development $0 $15 $5,500 $5,515
*STRF: $2.50 for every $1,000 of tuition rounded to the nearest $1,000.
**Cost of total charges for a period of attendance and estimated schedule of total
charges for the entire educational program.
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SCIENCE AND BACKEND PROGRAMS
You have options for how you pay for your Bloom Institute of Technology program:
A Bloom Institute of Technology Income Share Agreement (ISA):
Students may satisfy their tuition obligation by paying an upfront amount plus an
amount up to their ISA’s cap (i.e., the maximum amount a student may owe under the
ISA):
● ISA: $2,950 upfront payment due after a student signs the Enrollment
Agreement and an ISA, with a cap of up to $40,000. Maximum Total Cost of the
ISA up to $42,950.
○ Prior to signing an ISA, students will be provided detailed disclosures and
additional information about payment, deferrals, and other important
items.
Pay tuition in one sum:
● Students owe the full tuition amount after they sign the Enrollment Agreement
and before yotheirur first day of instruction.
3 Part Installment Plan:
● DATA SCIENCE & WEB PROGRAMS - Students owe the first installment of
$7,317 after they sign the Enrollment Agreement, the second installment of
$7,317 is due by the first day of sprint 7, and the third installment of $7,317 is
due by the first day of sprint 13.
● ENTERPRISE BACKEND PROGRAM- Students owe the first installment of $7,317
after they sign the Enrollment Agreement, the second installment of $7,317 is
due by the first day of sprint 10, and the third installment of $7,317 is due by the
first day of sprint 19.
Deferred Tuition:
● Students may pay tuition, in full or in part, via deferred tuition. Deferred tuition
is a third party loan offered by Ascent Funding. If the amount of your loan is for
less than the Total Tuition, students must pay the remaining balance as invoiced
by Bloom Institute of Technology. Bloom Institute of Technology will refund all
amounts, if applicable to the third party lender.
Tuition installment payments are due before the start of the first day of each
respective Sprint. Failure to make required tuition payments, on any plan, may
result in academic suspension and/or withdrawal.
TUITION PAYMENT OPTIONS FOR WEB3 DEVELOPMENT
Pay tuition in one sum:
● Students owe the full tuition amount after they sign the Enrollment Agreement
and before their first day of instruction.
● Web3 students will have the option to pay their tuition in one sum via credit
card or ACH. For students who wish to pay via ACH please email
financialservices@bloomtech.com to be invoiced.
Page 7 of 57 This catalog is for BloomTech students who are California residents. REV 05/25/2022TUITION RESPONSIBILITY Students are responsible for paying the full tuition amount listed above. If a student obtains a loan, financing, and/or other payment arrangement including an income share agreement (ISA), that student is responsible for repaying the amount owed under agreement, or loan amount plus any interest or the amount owed, including under my ISA, as applicable, in each case less the amount of any applicable refund if that student withdraws or is withdrawn. Once a student enrolls, the tuition amount will not and cannot be changed based on any factor other than Sprints ended as noted in this Catalog. Tuition installment payments are due before the start of the first day of each respective Sprint. Failure to make required tuition payments, on any plan, may result in academic suspension and/or withdrawal. Bloom Institute of Technology does not issue 1098-T or other tax forms for payments of upfront tuition or on your outcomes based loan. STUDENT HOLIDAYS Bloom Institute of Technology does not observe any student holidays or have scheduled vacation periods. Students' access to and consumption of curriculum will not be interrupted based on federal holidays or vacations. Students can take breaks at their leisure as long as they do not exceed the maximum program length or remain inactive as detailed in the Attendance and Engagement policy. STAFF HOLIDAYS BloomTech Staff will observe the below holidays and vacation breaks. Support staff may be limited but live lectures and support will still be available. Monday Holidays (US only) ▪ Martin Luther King, Jr. Day – third Monday of January ▪ Memorial Day – last Monday of May ▪ Juneteenth - June 19th, or the following Monday if this date falls on a weekend ▪ Labor Day – first Monday in September Scheduled Vacation Periods ▪ Summer Break – 1st week of July ▪ Thanksgiving Week Break – last week of Nov (4th Thursday) ▪ Winter Break – Two weeks (dates announced) ENROLLMENT PERIODS Enrollment happens on a rolling basis, meaning that students can begin the program when they are ready. Students may start the program once all required enrollment steps are completed including, but not limited to, signing the Enrollment Agreement, finalizing tuition options, completing pre-course work (if applicable), and completing Page 8 of 57 This catalog is for BloomTech students who are California residents. REV 05/25/2022
the orientation program (if applicable). A student's start date is located on their signed Enrollment Agreement. Students must progress to sprint three within thirty (30) days of the start date listed on their Enrollment Agreement. Failure to progress to sprint three within thirty (30) days may lead to the student being withdrawn. PROGRAM TERM DATES Timeframe for completion is calculated from the start date of the program as listed in the student’s Enrollment Agreement. Please see below for your program’s term date. Data Science and Full Stack Web Development: The anticipated completion date for Data Science or Full Stack Web Development students is six (6) months from the student’s start date. Students may finish the program sooner or later, depending on their personal pace and needs in the program. As a result, the actual completion date(s) may be before or after 6 months, as long as the completion date is within the Maximum Program Length. The anticipated completion date for the student’s program does not include any holidays, breaks, repeat courses, or leaves of absences the student may take. Enterprise Backend Development: The anticipated completion date for Enterprise Backend Development students is nine (9) months from the student’s start date. Students may finish the program sooner or later, depending on their personal pace and needs in the program. As a result, the actual completion date(s) may be before or after 9 months, as long as the completion date is within the Maximum Program Length. The anticipated completion date for the student’s program does not include any holidays, breaks, repeat courses, or leaves of absences the student may take. Web3 Development: The anticipated completion date for Web3 students is ten (10) weeks from the student’s start date. Students may finish the program sooner or later, depending on their personal pace and needs in the program. As a result, the actual completion date(s) may be before or after 10 weeks, as long as the completion date is within the Maximum Program Length. The anticipated completion date for the student’s program does not include any holidays, breaks, repeat courses, or leaves of absences the student may take. MAXIMUM PROGRAM LENGTH We believe that students that put in the work can be successful in the program regardless if they move quickly or need a little additional time with the curriculum. Page 9 of 57 This catalog is for BloomTech students who are California residents. REV 05/25/2022
However, it is important that students remain engaged and active in the curriculum. Students should be able to progress through and complete the program to earn a certificate of completion in a timely manner. Data Science, Full Stack Web Development, and Enterprise Backend Development students must complete the program within 18 consecutive calendar months. Web3 students must complete the program within 12 consecutive calendar months. In addition to maximum time to complete the program, students must progress to sprint three within thirty (30) days of their start date. Failure to progress to sprint three within thirty (30) days may lead to the student being withdrawn. Timeframe for completion is calculated from the start date of the program as listed in the student’s Enrollment Agreement, and is the same regardless of any observed holidays or BloomTech office closure during the 18-month (for Backend, Web, & DS) or 12-month (for Web3) span. A student who is unable to successfully complete the program within the maximum allotted time frame may be withdrawn to prevent unintentional interest accrual. Students with an extenuating circumstance may reach out via support ticket within The Hub to request an extension. If a student is withdrawn from Bloom Institute of Technology, the tuition proration policy will apply based on when they were withdrawn. Depending on the reason for withdrawal, students may not be eligible for re-admission. The maximum allotted timeframe for completion of the program does not override other policies within this catalog or the Enrollment Agreement regarding academic progression and/or successful completion. COMPETENCY BASED PROGRESSION POLICY Bloom Institute of Technology’s Competency Based Progression program allows students to repeat content that they have not yet demonstrated competency in at no additional cost. Learning at Bloom Institute of Technology follows a competency based progression model, and students may need to repeat portions of class to ensure students have the skills to succeed in their program and new field. That may mean extending the length of their program. If certain assessments are not passed, the student may repeat a portion of the program that covers the objectives they did not achieve. Students that are not demonstrating adequate effort or progress may be withdrawn from the program. Please see the full Competency Based Progression Policy in the Learner Guide. Page 10 of 57 This catalog is for BloomTech students who are California residents. REV 05/25/2022
CLASSROOM DAYS / HOURS Bloom Institute of Technology provides distance education courses/programs where the distance education coursework is completed at a location determined by the student. BloomTech’s school hours are from 6:00am - 8:00pm (Pacific). Breaks and mealtimes are at the student’s discretion. Full Stack Web Development, Data Science, & Enterprise Backend Development We’ve designed our programs to support our students on their individual journey towards a new career. Students may finish the program sooner or later, depending on their personal pace and needs in the program. As a result, a student’s actual completion date(s) may be sooner or later than listed in their enrollment agreement. Students will spend time outside of lecture hours working on projects, studying, and coding. Although our flexible schedule is designed to fit into a student’s life, a student must invest about 40 hours a sprint, including lecture hours. Students have the option to choose their schedule during Labs, which may include live or recorded meetings, standups with their team, and more. Web3 Development Web3 Development is a self-paced program. This means students will choose when they complete their courses. You must invest about 15 hours a sprint, including lectures. Regular office support hours are available. Please check the portal for specific hours. Breaks and mealtimes are at the student’s discretion. ADMINISTRATION DAYS / HOURS Administration Office hours are Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 9:30am to 5:00pm (Pacific). ADMISSIONS ELIGIBILITY To be admitted to BloomTech, learners must: ● Be 18 years of age or older prior to the start date; ● Complete the admissions application and submit supplemental items ADMISSIONS PROCEDURE Prospective students are invited and encouraged to explore the website to learn more Prospective learners are encouraged to explore our web resources to learn more about Bloom Institute of Technology courses and admissions at https://www.bloomtech.com/admissions To apply: ● Submit an online application at https://admissions.bloomtech.com/ ● Review the course catalog located within the online application Page 11 of 57 This catalog is for BloomTech students who are California residents. REV 05/25/2022
● Demonstrate readiness for coursework by completing the Criteria Cognitive
Aptitude Test (CCAT) and earn a minimum score of 23. (Not required for Web3
course)
● Web3 Only: Web3 applicants must confirm they meet the following
requirements:
○ 1-2 years of writing production software in Javascript or syntactical
supersets like TypeScript are critical for success in this program.
○ We will be utilizing bash scripting for various commands throughout this
course and a working knowledge of any shell scripting language is
required to be successful in this program.
○ Git and a working knowledge of version control systems, like GitHub, are
required to be successful in this program.
○ Provide documentation of a minimum score of 80 on the TOEFL iBT
examination if the student is not proficient in English.
○ Web3: 1-2 years of writing production software in Javascript or syntactical
supersets like TypeScript are critical for success in this program.
■ We will be utilizing bash scripting for various commands
throughout this course and a working knowledge of any shell
scripting language is required to be successful in this program.
Prospective students will be notified by email and their admissions dashboard of the
decision to accept or deny admission the admissions procedure has been completed.
ENROLLMENT PROCESSES
● A student’s start is conditional upon the admitted applicant completing all
required enrollment checklist items by their start date.
● Be provided with the institution’s Course Catalog and SPFS.
READMISSION POLICY
If eligible, withdrawn students may apply for readmission into the same program.
Eligibility criteria and re-application instructions are published in the Learner Guide.
Re-admitted students may be required to complete a placement exam or repeat
sprints. Readmitted students may be required to satisfy enrollment requirements,
such as signing an Enrollment Agreement and finalizing Tuition Options, as part of the
re-application process.
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS AND ENGLISH LANGUAGE
SERVICES
Bloom Institute of Technology does not offer visa services to prospective students
from other countries or English language services. Bloom Institute of Technology does
not offer English as a Second Language instruction. All instruction occurs in English.
English language proficiency is documented by the CCAT exam.
Page 12 of 57 This catalog is for BloomTech students who are California residents. REV 05/25/2022While Bloom Institute of Technology does accept students from all around the world,
the following factors must be carefully considered if you are not a US citizen:
● Income Share Agreements are available to people who live in the US who
are US Citizens, US Permanent Residents, DACA recipients, and European
Union Citizens living within the European Union. Other people can still
attend Bloom Institute of Technology by paying the tuition upfront or
arranging separate payment plan(s).
● Almost all courses are taught on Pacific Time so it is important to think
about how you will adjust according to your time zone.
NOTICE CONCERNING TRANSFERABILITY OF CREDITS AND
CREDENTIALS EARNED AT OUR INSTITUTION
The transferability of credits you earn at Bloom Institute of Technology is at the
complete discretion of an institution to which you may seek to transfer. Acceptance of
the certificate or hours you earn in the educational program is also at the complete
discretion of the institution to which you may seek to transfer. If the certificate or
hours that you earn at this institution is not accepted at the institution to which you
seek to transfer, you may be required to repeat some or all of your coursework at that
institution. For this reason, you should make certain that your attendance at this
institution will meet your educational goals. This may include contacting an institution
to which you may seek to transfer after attending Bloom Institute of Technology to
determine if your credits or certificate will transfer.
TRANSFER OF CREDIT
Bloom Institute of Technology does not accept hours or credit through transfer of
credit challenge examinations, achievement tests, or experiential learning.
ARTICULATION AGREEMENTS
Bloom Institute of Technology has not entered into any transfer or articulation
agreements with any other college or university.
CANCELLATION AND REFUND POLICY
THE STUDENT’S RIGHT TO CANCEL
If you withdraw or are withdrawn from BloomTech, the tuition proration policy will
apply based on the effective date of your withdrawal.
HOW REFUNDS WORK
Within 30 days, amounts due to you, if any, will either be refunded directly to you if
you prepaid. If any portion of the tuition was paid from the proceeds of a loan or by a
Page 13 of 57 This catalog is for BloomTech students who are California residents. REV 05/25/2022third party, applicable refund shall be sent to the lender, third party or, if appropriate,
to the state or federal agency that guaranteed or reinsured the loan.
If the student has received federal student financial aid funds, the student is entitled to
a refund of monies not paid from federal student financial aid program funds.
HOW TO WITHDRAW FROM THE PROGRAM AND CANCEL YOUR
ENROLLMENT
A student can withdraw by submitting a “Withdraw” support ticket within The Hub or
by sending an email to support@bloomtech.com. Withdrawals are effective the date
and time of the ticket or emailed request.
REFUND POLICY
For California residents, you will receive a prorated tuition amount if you have completed
less than 60% of the program (Bloom Institute of Technology can terminate a student’s enrollment or withdraw them
at any time for failure to comply with policies in the Learner Guide. Students may be
withdrawn for inactivity, failure to make required tuition payments on any plan, or any
code of conduct violations. If a student is withdrawn from BloomTech, the tuition
proration policy will apply based on when the student is withdrawn. Depending on the
reason for withdrawal, the student may not be eligible for re-admission. Students must
progress to sprint three within thirty (30) days of their start date. Failure to progress to
sprint three within thirty (30) days may lead to the student being withdrawn..
WITHDRAWAL
A student is deemed “withdrawn” from a BloomTech program when any of the
following occurs:
● The student requests or initiates withdrawal.
● Bloom Institute of Technology withdraws the student for failure to comply with
policies, including inactivity or code of conduct violations.
My official withdrawal date is (1) the date I give written notice of my withdrawal as
required above; or (2) the date BloomTech gives me written notice that I am
withdrawn. I understand the duration of a Sprint is 40 hours for DS, Web, & backend
and 15 hours for Web3.
GRADING SYSTEM
Final course grades are based on demonstration of meeting the learning outcomes as stated
on each course syllabus.
P – Pass: Any course with a “P” grade is identified as successful completion to graduate.
F – Fail: Any course with a “F” grade must be repeated and passed to graduate.
R – Repeated: When a course is repeated to improve a previously earned grade, the first grade
is replaced with a new grade upon completion of the repeat. Any course that has a grade of “F”
(Fail) or “W” (Withdrawal) is required to be repeated. Any course with an “R” grade is not
calculated into graduation requirements.
W – Withdrawal: Withdrawal, a “W” grade is provided when a student leaves the course or is
withdrawn from the institution prior to the scheduled completion of a course. Any course with
a “W” grade is not calculated into graduation requirements.
Incompletes - Bloom Institute of Technology does not give out incompletes.
A grading period is defined as one sprint: 40 hours for Backend, Web, and DS and 15
hours for Web3. All grades are found in the learning management system.
Bloom Institute of Technology’s response to, or evaluation of, each student lesson,
project, or dissertation is returned to the student within 10 days after receipt.
Final course grades are based on demonstration of meeting the learning outcomes as
stated on each course syllabus.
Page 15 of 57 This catalog is for BloomTech students who are California residents. REV 05/25/2022SATISFACTORY PROGRESS Bloom Institute of Technology's standards of satisfactory progress apply to all students. Students must pass the requirements for each sprint in order to progress to the next sprint. Satisfactory Progress means meeting the requirements to progress through all program sprints and satisfying the clocked hours for the student’s program within the time specified in the Maximum Program Length policy. ACADEMIC PROBATION If a student is inactive or not progressing at a rate aligned with their anticipated graduation date or maximum program length, BloomTech will reach out to the student to assist them in progressing or requesting withdrawal. Inactive learners who are unresponsive to multiple outreach attempts will be withdrawn to avoid unintentional vesting of tuition. There are no probationary periods. REMEDIAL WORK AND REPEATED COURSES Bloom Institute of Technology does not offer remedial work. When a course or assessment is repeated, the higher grade for the repeated material will be considered in the determination of the student's grade average for the course of study. ATTENDANCE Attendance and participation in BloomTech courses is measured in multiple ways, including but not limited to taking attendance in live instruction experiences, verifying module & sprint project attempts, and activity in BloomTech’s learning management systems, etc. While students may choose to attend live or view recorded sessions, attendance and engagement with the material is critical to success in the program. Learners who do not have activity on the learning management systems for more than seven days will be flagged as inactive, and BloomTech will reach out to verify enrollment. BloomTech may withdraw inactive students to protect them from unintentional further vesting of tuition. Students who are unable to engage with the curriculum and make satisfactory progress due to extenuating circumstances may need to take a leave of absence. TARDINESS AND EARLY DEPARTURES Students who arrive late or leave early to a live instruction session will be able to attend a session at a future date of their choosing, or to review recorded content through the learning management system. MAKE-UP WORK Students that have missed a live lecture, assignment, project, or any other designed activity in the scheduled class time may make up for that work by doing so outside of scheduled class time. Page 16 of 57 This catalog is for BloomTech students who are California residents. REV 05/25/2022
LEAVE OF ABSENCE POLICY
A leave of absence (LOA) or “Hiatus” will be considered and may be granted at the
discretion of the Learner Success team member provided:
1. The LOA does not exceed 60 calendar days
2. The LOA is requested by the student in writing prior to the first day* of the LOA;
3. The LOA is approved in writing by the institution prior to the first day* of the
requested LOA; and
4. The student is in good standing prior to the LOA request.
STUDENT CONDUCT EXPECTATIONS
General Information
The Code of Conduct is set forth to give Learners general notice of academic and
non-academic expectations. At the Bloom Institute of Technology, we are committed to
the success of our Learners. That focus drives everything we do. Besides providing a
clear framework, the policies and procedures in the Learner Guide are designed to
mirror expectations our Learners will see in a professional or workplace environment.
Additionally, we want every Learner at BloomTech to have as positive a learning
environment as possible - something we all play a role in.
The Code of Conduct should be read broadly and is not designed to define misconduct
in exhaustive terms. The Code of Conduct is an overarching policy that also includes all
published policies and procedures within the Learner Guide. All Learners are expected
to know and abide by the Code of Conduct and all published policies and procedures
contained within the Learner Guide.
In addition, we may from time to time publish announcements to Learners about
topics related to the Code of Conduct. We will endeavor to ensure that updates are
reflected in the Learner Guide, but overall, we expect that Learners abide by guidance
provided by staff.
Student Rights and Responsibilities
At the Bloom Institute of Technology, we value an educational environment that
respects the values of individual Learners and their personal and professional
development. We strive to create and maintain an environment in which individuals
are treated with dignity, decency, and respect, and the best learning happens. Each
learner has the responsibility to take an active role in their learning and
understanding, and to contribute to an environment where all can learn.
As agreed to upon enrollment, Learners are responsible for reading and
understanding the expectations and guidelines of BloomTech as stated in the
Enrollment Agreement, Learner Guide, and Code of Conduct. If a Learner has
questions about certain conduct, or whether an expectation applies in BloomTech's
programs and activities, and it is not explicitly stated, they should reach out to the
Page 17 of 57 This catalog is for BloomTech students who are California residents. REV 05/25/2022Learner Success Team using a Support Ticket for clarification. Learners also have the responsibility to remain in communication with BloomTech administration, by checking their email, reading and engaging in Slack channels and direct messages, and reading all school announcements. BloomTech protects Learner privacy. We do not provide personal information to non-service provider third parties except as requested by the Learner, or as required by subpoena, warrant, or as otherwise directed or permitted by law. A Note About Speech Rights BloomTech has both the right and responsibility to maintain a professional, respectful, and learning-centered environment. Although we welcome feedback and ideas, as a private institution, we may remove content that violates the Code of Conduct or Learner Guide, is deemed to be disruptive to the learning environment, and/or is not aligned with BloomTech’s mission, values, and/or goals. Scope and Application of the Code of Conduct The Code of Conduct, along with all other published policies and procedures in the Learner Guide may be applied to behavior that is in-person, written, or conducted online. Alleged violations of the Code of Conduct that occur outside of a Learner's active enrollment at BloomTech (during admissions, leave of absence, or post graduation) are also subject to the conduct process, up to and including withdrawal from the program. Certain conduct may violate the Code of Conduct as well as the law. BloomTech reserves the right to investigate and to initiate the conduct process regardless of the prospect of or pending civil or criminal proceedings. BloomTech's resolution process differs from legal proceedings in that the goal is to promote learning, growth, and to preserve the educational environment. BloomTech may move forward to resolution prior to, simultaneously with, or following criminal or civil proceedings. Resolution of an alleged violation will not change on the grounds that a civil or criminal case has been resolved via dismissal, settlement, or reduction. Slack, The Hub, and email are our main tools of communication at BloomTech. We encourage Learners to engage in curriculum related discussions and ask for help through the appropriate BloomTech Hub Forums and support tickets. While we do not want to stop the gathering of BloomTech Learners outside of official channels we cannot as a school be held liable for anything that happens in the spaces that we do not govern. However, the school reserves the right to further investigation and possible removal of a Learner for offenses such as bullying, harassment, etc. if such behavior is brought to our attention. Policies in the Learner Guide, including but not limited to the Code of Conduct, may be enforceable for incidents that happen outside of BloomTech that affect the BloomTech Page 18 of 57 This catalog is for BloomTech students who are California residents. REV 05/25/2022
community (for example personal social media pages, Twitter, Facebook, or in-person
meet ups). The following criteria will be used to determine if an incident that happens
outside of BloomTech networks will be considered an alleged violation of the Learner
Guide:
1. When the incident was recognized by others as being carried out by a
BloomTech Learner;
2. When the incident adversely impacted the mental, emotional, or physical
health, safety, and/or security of BloomTech community members;
3. When the incident adversely impacted the mission and/or values of
BloomTech; and/or
4. Whether the incident was a violation of federal or state laws or
regulations, or local ordinances.
Process When a Violation of the Code of Conduct Occurs
We do not actively seek out violations of the Learner Guide or Code of Conduct. If we
come across an issue, or someone brings concerning behavior to our attention, the
Learner Success Team will work to determine if the behavior may be a violation of the
Code of Conduct or Learner Guide. If a violation is alleged (or confirmed), we will
generally:
● Notify the Learner(s) involved
● Meet with the Learner(s) involved
● Gather information about the incident(s)
● Work to prevent reoccurance
In most cases, Learners will be notified of the alleged violation (through Slack
messaging and/or email address on file) and have an opportunity to meet with a
member of the Learner Success Team or their designee to share their perspective.
Additionally, BloomTech reserves the right to immediately remove a Learner from the
School without notice or opportunity for a hearing for behavior deemed to be
disruptive to the learning environment and/or not in line with BloomTech’s mission,
values and goals. BloomTech may also take steps to limit a Learner's access to the
BloomTech community, for example Slack access, while an investigation takes place.
When determining if a Learner has violated a policy, Learner Success Staff or their
designee will look at the information to see if the violation is “more likely than not” to
have occurred. Determinations will be made by a member of the Learner Success
Team or their designee. When deciding the appropriate action to take, we consider the
severity of the incident, the context in which it took place, and Learner
communications, if applicable. A Learner's lack of response to staff communication or
refusal to participate in the process may also factor in the decision. Actions taken to
prevent future occurrence may be educational in nature or may include actions up to
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the Learner Guide, Code of Conduct, or other published policies, the Learner will be
notified of the decision, along with any resulting outcomes up to, but not limited to
being removed from platforms, repeating or reattempting academic work, temporary
or permanent withdrawal from BloomTech, or other educational assignments.
Participation and Attendance
Attendance and participation in BloomTech courses is measured in multiple ways,
including but not limited to taking attendance in live instruction experiences, verifying
module and sprint project attempts, activity in the BloomTech learning management
system, etc.
Inactivity of more than seven days may trigger a withdrawal process to protect
learners from unintentional further vesting of tuition beyond Sprint 2.
Coursework and Projects
BloomTech expects Learners to complete each and every assignment given as part of
the course because the concepts learned in one assignment are a building block
needed for future assignments. Even if a Learner knows a concept, repetition solidifies
the foundation of their knowledge. We encourage Learners to reach for stretch goals
and practice on their own.
Coursework and relevant assignment and Sprint Challenge deadlines are housed in the
Learning Management System. Learners are responsible for ensuring that their
coursework is submitted in the appropriate manner and in line with the maximum
time frame allotted for the program.
Owning your Learning
It is ultimately the Learner's responsibility to take an active role in their learning and
understanding, alongside the structure and support provided by BloomTech. This
might mean that to master material, Learners might put in additional study hours
beyond what is listed as the “average” amount of time.. Or, that Learners might benefit
from resources beyond BloomTech support channels, such as to learn another
programming language or enhance their understanding of a concept and to prepare
themselves. While we are here to provide support and assistance, Learners are
ultimately responsible for their own learning and success.
Asking for Help
If a Learner feels lost or is stuck on an assignment, it’s their responsibility to reach out
to the BloomTech community for help. Learners may not always be given the answer,
but they will be provided with the tools to come up with the answer on their own.
Learners should use the following steps in order when they need help on technical
problems/challenges and coursework:
1. Use the 20 Minute Rule (work on the problem on your own for 20 minutes)
2. Post your question or issue in the appropriate Hub Discussion Forum
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Academic Integrity
BloomTech expects Learners to understand and maintain high standards of academic
integrity. The goal of BloomTech is that our Learners learn the material to competency.
Asking for help and researching online are a key part of learning, and in the world of
collaboration and open source, this can be tricky to navigate. Although you can search
the web, read articles and documentation, and review code snippets and examples for
help, you should be able to put all these assistance tools aside and write code from
scratch. Learners should not submit any code or content that they did not write as
their own work. For our purposes, breaches of academic integrity include, but are not
limited to the following:
● Inappropriate Collaboration - Collaboration on assignments is prohibited
unless explicitly permitted or directed by an instructor. Collaboration includes
Learner, professional, and/or technological assistance other than personal
research for inquiries.
● Plagiarism and Cheating - Plagiarism is a form of academic dishonesty that
includes the wrongful appropriation of another's work, thoughts, ideas or
expression. Plagiarism can include copying code or content from instructors,
other Learners, outside sources, or generally submitting work that is not one’s
own. Giving your solution code to another Learner to copy, or copying another
Learner's work, is considered cheating.
● Sharing Solution Code - BloomTech projects and curriculum are the property of
BloomTech. Any unauthorized sharing of project solution code within or outside
of the BloomTech community is considered cheating, and may result in
dismissal from the program.
● Inappropriate use of Intellectual Property and Copyright Violations - We
expect all Learners to respect the intellectual property rights of BloomTech,
instructors, staff, other Learners, as well as those of any and all external parties.
BloomTech owns all code for BloomTech assigned projects. Learners own any
code that they write for projects outside of the core BloomTech curriculum, even
if these projects were written during their enrollment in BloomTech. Intellectual
property violations include copyright violations, using, and/or linking materials
to which you do not have the rights. BloomTech may request that you remove
any content or material (either within Slack, The Hub, or externally) that is found
to violate any Learner Guide policy, contractual term, law, and/or any intellectual
property right. Content posted to BloomTech Slack spaces also belongs to
BloomTech.
For any project you are submitting, you should be able to set research tools and notes
aside and write your own code. In investigating suspected academic integrity
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situation:
1. Who created the original code and/or content?
2. For what purpose was that code and/or content created?
3. To what extent was the original code and/or content changed?
Behavioral and Community Standards
One of The Bloom Institute of Technology's most important jobs is building and
maintaining a strong, supportive, positive learning environment that leads to
successful career outcomes for all BloomTech Learners. BloomTech takes that job very
seriously. Any activity (creating distractions, bullying, harassment, etc.) that negatively
impacts the learning environment may result in being removed from the program. If
removed from BloomTech for violations of the Learner Guide, Code of Conduct,
Enrollment Agreement or other published policies, the Learner may qualify for a
proration of their tuition.
Professionalism and Respect
BloomTech is a professional environment. It is expected that Learners act accordingly.
Punctuality, timeliness, accountability, and open communication are crucial not only
for a Learner's success at BloomTech, but also in their careers afterward. The
professional expectations BloomTech requires of its learners are the same a learner's
future employers will expect of them. Professionalism should be a theme that runs
through a learner's work and interactions at BloomTech. This includes communication
via Slack, The Hub, Zoom, content of a learner's work, and naming conventions. A good
rule of thumb is: if a Learner wouldn’t do or say it in front of an employer or colleagues
at their job, they shouldn't do it here at BloomTech.
BloomTech is fortunate to have Learners, instructors, and staff from extremely diverse
backgrounds. Contribute to creating a positive experience for everyone by being
respectful in communication. Learners are expected to do their part to make
BloomTech a welcoming place to learn by encouraging their fellow Learners, offering
support, and listening to others. BloomTech does not tolerate discriminatory,
harassing, or insulting remarks to other Learners, instructors, staff, or anyone else,
online or in person; for more detail see the Discrimination and Harassment policy
below.
Alcohol and Other Drugs
Learners are expected to abide by local laws and regulations regarding the use of
alcohol and other drugs. In addition, the following are considered violations if a learner
does so while participating in BloomTech programs and activities:
● Consuming alcohol and other drugs during school hours. Other drugs include,
but are not limited to, cannabis (in all forms), controlled substances,
prescriptions (when used in any manner and/or by any person other than what
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natural substances ingested for an intoxication effect.
● Use or display of drug paraphernalia, including but not limited to items or
objects used or designed for inhaling, ingesting, or otherwise introducing drugs
into the body.
● Disorderly and/or disruptive behavior caused by the use of alcohol or other
drugs.
● Exhibiting signs of intoxication during BloomTech programs and activities.
If a Learner has a concern about another individual regarding alcohol or other drugs,
they should notify the Learner Success Team by submitting a Support Ticket in the
Hub.
Property and Resources
Learners are responsible for maintaining the appropriate security of BloomTech
property, both tangible, like computers and tech equipment, and intangible intellectual
property such as curriculum and content. Unless otherwise agreed in writing,
BloomTech property in the Learner's possession or control must be immediately
returned to BloomTech upon any extended leave, withdrawal, completion, and/or
termination.
Learners may not take, attempt to take, keep in their possession, sell, or attempt to
sell property (intellectual or physical), information, services, or accounts belonging to
BloomTech or other individual(s). This includes, but is not limited to, loaned
equipment. Learners also may not commit actual or attempted damage or destruction
of any property or item, including intellectual or physical property, information, and/or
accounts.
Weapons
Learners are expected to abide by local laws and regulations regarding the use and
possession of weapons.
While participating in BloomTech programs and activities (lectures, support hours,
study group meetings, etc.) it is expected that all Learners abide by the following
expectations, regardless of local laws and regulations:
● Refrain from wielding, displaying, or using weapons or weapon paraphernalia
while engaging in BloomTech programs and activities
○ Weapons include, but are not limited to: firearms, explosives, knives,
clubs, martial arts weapons, swords, bows and arrows, hand grenades, or
other objects that have been designed with the intent to harm another
person or property.
○ Weapons also include, but are not limited to: pellet, BB, or airsoft guns,
blackjacks, slingshots, Billy clubs, or metal knuckles (including replica or
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other devices that could reasonably be mistaken for a weapon or
explosive.
○ Weapon paraphernalia includes, but is not limited to: ammunition,
firearms accessories, empty holsters and magazines, and parts of a
weapon.
Discrimination and Harassment
BloomTech strives to create and maintain an educational environment in which
individuals are treated with dignity, decency, and respect. As such, BloomTech will not
tolerate any form of harassment generally, and in particular, based on an individual's
protected status that is unwelcome and is sufficiently severe, persistent, or pervasive;
causes reasonable fear for safety; and/or interferes with or limits employment,
education, or ability to participate in or benefit from BloomTech's programs, activities,
or resources. BloomTech prohibits unlawful discrimination against and harassment of
staff, instructors, and Learners. BloomTech will seek to prevent, correct, and discipline
behavior that violates this policy, and such behavior may result in withdrawal from the
school.
Discrimination
Discrimination under this policy is conduct directed at an individual or group of
individuals because of their race, color, national origin, ethnicity, sexual orientation,
gender identity, religion, gender, marital status, age, disability status, or genetic
information that subjects the individual or group of individuals to different treatment
so as to adversely affect the individual's or group of individuals employment or
educational experience at BloomTech.
Harassment
Harassment is conduct directed at an individual or group of individuals because of
their race, color, national origin, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion,
gender, marital status, age, disability status, or genetic information that has the
purpose or effect of unreasonably interfering with an individual or group of individuals’
employment or educational experience or creating an intimidating, hostile, or
offensive environment.
Harassment includes any verbal, physical, or online conduct and includes, but is not
limited to: slurs, epithets, or other threatening, intimidating, hostile, or abusive
treatment directed at an individual or group of individuals based on the protected
statuses described above.
In order to constitute a hostile environment, the harassment must be sufficiently
severe, persistent, or pervasive enough to create an environment that a reasonable
person would find it intimidating, hostile, or abusive. A single incident may create a
hostile environment if it is sufficiently severe. Additionally, while a single incident may
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is not repeated.
Reporting Discrimination and Harassment
Learners who believe they have been discriminated against or subjected to
harassment in accessing BloomTech's programs or activities based on a protected
status or otherwise, should submit a Support Ticket via the Hub. Complaints are
treated confidentially to the extent possible.
Retaliation
BloomTech prohibits retaliation against any person because of that person's
good-faith participation in the reporting, investigation, or resolution of any alleged
violation of the Learner Guide, Code of Conduct, or other published policies.
Retaliation can be physical, verbal, via third party, or using electronic means, and may
include, but is not limited to: harassment, intimidation, threats, or adverse actions
against a Learner, staff member, instructor, or other BloomTech community member.
Retaliation may result in immediate removal from the school.
Threatened or Actual Physical or Psychological Harm
As a community of learners, BloomTech prohibits the following:
● Behavior that is threatening and/or intimidating, or harassing in nature and
expresses or implies interference with personal safety, education, employment,
or participation in BloomTech's activities, resources, or that causes the person(s)
to have reasonable fear that such behavior is about to occur.
● Stalking, both physical and online. Includes, but is not limited to behavior that
threatens or endangers the physical or psychological safety of a person(s), or
creates a reasonable fear or intimidation of such a threat or action.
● Doxxing, which is uncovering and/or sharing a person’s private or confidential
information, often for the purpose of intimidation.
● Any act or series of acts of physical, social, or emotional domination or
intimidation, commonly referred to as "bullying" that causes fear of or physical
or psychological harm and/or interferes with employment, education, or ability
to participate in or benefit from BloomTech programs, activities, or resources.
Digital Environment Standards
While these expectations apply primarily to Zoom, The Hub, email, and Slack as they
are the main forms of communication for the Bloom Institute of Technology, it is
expected that all Learners abide by the expectations in this section during all school
programs and activities, and on all BloomTech platforms.
Communication Guidelines
Professionalism is expected when creating and joining Slack channels, participating in
discussion forums through The Hub, participating in academic and social discussion,
and via posts, comments, questions, and responses to others. The creation of new
channels and/or discussion topics is encouraged only when there is not an existing
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solely for BloomTech staff and instructors. The naming of channels and content within
is expected to be professional and in line with the policies and procedures found in the
Code of Conduct and Learner Guide.
BloomTech reserves the right to delete Slack channels, Hub forum discussions, and
content (posts, images, emojis, threads, questions, comments, and responses) that are
not aligned with our mission, values, Learner Guide, or Code of Conduct.
Additionally, inappropriate behavior on Slack, Zoom, The Hub, and other BloomTech
platforms includes, but is not limited to:
● Calling attention to all community members using the @channel or @here
function without explicit permission given by staff
● @’ing, and/or otherwise harassing, bullying, being disrespectful, inappropriate,
or unprofessionally calling out individuals (Learners, staff, and instructors)
● Failing to follow the directions of staff or instructors (for example, continuing to
post when directed not to)
● Being a disruption to the community
● Being disrespectful toward others (Learners, staff, instructors, and the school)
● Providing feedback in ways other than directed (for example, in channels
outside the scope of where feedback was directed by the school)
● Spamming Learners, staff, or instructors
● Shopping for different answers (for example, sending direct messages to
multiple staff and/or instructors about the same issue after already having
received an answer)
● Using channels for solicitation/marketing of a personal business or for personal
gain
● Misuse of channels - using channels for something other than the intended
purpose
● Posting political content in channels other than #politics
Use of Cameras
Learners are expected to have their cameras on and pointed at their faces while in live
sessions, breakout sessions, and conversations with BloomTech community members.
If a Learner is unable to have their camera on due to webcam malfunction or unstable
internet connection, it is expected that the Learner will contact the Learner Success
Team. Issues such as malfunctions and unstable internet are to be dealt with by the
Learner in a timely manner.
Conduct on Camera
While the following expectations described here are primarily for Zoom interactions,
they may apply elsewhere in the program.
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